A History Of Film Exhibition And Reception In Colonial Hong Kong: 1897 To 1925
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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1905-03-03
Summary:

This afternoon, at half past three, the Hongkong Fire Brigade will give an exhibition at the back of the Koshing Theatre, showing their efficiency in fire fighting.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1905-03-04
Summary:

The final of the Fire Brigade competition was held on the vacant ground at the rear of the Ko-shing Theatre. A flat was reserved for the Governor and party, and the Chinese pay more attention to the competition than the Europeans do as expected. The program included the Despatch box drill, the…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1906-05-10 - 1906-05-16
Summary:

Every evening at 7:30 pm; Animated pictures and an infinite variety of subjects. Price details included.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1906-05-21
Summary:

A large audience, mostly Chinese, filled the Ko Shing Theatre on Saturday, when Mr. Stevenson had a number of special films on the bioscope. The entertainment was a great success, and the graceful dancing of Carmencella was highly appreciated.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1906-08-03 - 1906-08-04
Summary:

World's master magician and Entire Company gave several performances

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1906-08-06 - 1906-08-09
Summary:

World's master magician and Entire Company gave several performances

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-05
Summary:

For the first time in the history of St. Andrew's Church, Kowloon, a sale of work is announced to take place on Saturday next, December 10th. The sale will be divided into two sessions, the afternoon session from 3:30 p.m. till 10:30 p.m. During the evening session there will be a…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-10
Summary:

Attention is drawn to the sale of work to be opened by Lady May today at 3:30 p.m. in the grounds of St. Andrew's Church, Kowloon. The evening session includes a sword display, cinematograph, music, etc.

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Headline: Sale of Work
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1910-12-12
Summary:

The sale of work on the grounds of St. Andrew's Church on Saturday afternoon and evening should result in a substantial little fund for purposes other than those for which provision is made by collections, included in which are missionary objects, the Boy Scouts, etc. The sale was continued…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-03 - 1911-10-07
Summary:

At evening 8.30 p.m., there will be a cinematograph show and firework display

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-10-09
Summary:

The sale of work at St. Andrew's Church, Kowloon, attracted very large attendances at both sessions on Saturday. In the evening, the grounds were illuminated with lanterns, followed by a cinematograph entertainment, gave considerable pleasure.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1911-11-16
Summary:

The Empire Theatre should be packed on Saturday night next when Jack Blackmore will be pitted against Professor Yamato.

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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-09-12 - 1913-09-12
Summary:

photoplays and pictures sensational and comical; Performance from Conjurer Verto, the Illusionist; Price details included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-09-12
Summary:

At the Empire Theatre on Saturday, Verto, a mystifying conjurer and illusionist direct from Australia is appearing as a special turn. He is introducing some of his 'hanky panky pastimes,' which are about as equally amazing as the other magical evolutions he accomplishes during his…

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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-09-13 - 1913-09-16
Summary:

Photoplays and pictures sensational and comical for 4 days only; Performance from Conjurer Verto, the Illusionist; Price details included

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-09-13
Summary:

Verto performs at the Empire Theatre this evening.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-09-13
Summary:

Conjurer Verto's appearance at the Empire theatre has been postponed until Monday evening. Two performances are to be given nightly until Thursday.

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-09-16
Summary:

The star visit of the Verto Co., to the Empire Theatre is proving most successful. Verto lives up to his reputation as a most mystifying conjurer and illusionist. His 'hanky panky past times' are well worth seeing for their cleverness alone, La Belle Verto has a charming turn in her…

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Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-09-17 - 1913-09-19
Summary:

Performance from Conjurer Verto, the Illusionist; Screening of 'East Lynne', a pathetic drama from Mrs. H. Wood's novel

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Headline: Empire Theatre
Newspaper Source: South China Morning Post
Publication Date: 1913-09-18
Summary:

The feature of the Empire is Verto, the well-known conjurer and illusionist, who is delighting audiences. Verto appears twice nightly and is assisted by La Belle Verto. The interludes are occupied with a nice selection of sensational and comic photo films, and the whole makes a well-rounded…